Repair / Mending Class

Come along and learn the fundamentals of how to repair your favourite jeans or a tear in your best dress.


Sew Gallus
Sew Gallus
5.0 (122)

2 hours Class size 1 to 5 guests       £25 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Learn how to breathe new life into your loved items with simple and sustainable techniques. You will walk away with not just the satisfaction of mastering a new craft but also a beautifully mended item to proudly wear out in public again! Don't worry if you're a beginner; this class is designed to be welcoming and supportive.
During the 2 hours, I will be demonstrating the most common kinds of repairs, from patching up tears to fixing zips and keeping your textiles alive! Then you will all get the opportunity to repair the piece you brought with you or practise on a piece provided.

Please note: Public dates for this class require at least 3 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we may cancel the session; if that happens, we'll inform you and let you choose between a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.
What you'll get
All threads, tools, and equipment are provided.
Knowledge required
Basic machine skills are required.
What to bring
Guests are welcome to bring along pieces of clothing that they would like help repairing. However, depending on the difficulty, we may not be able to get around to repairing everybody's projects on the day.
Location

Riverside House, 502 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh

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Sew Gallus
Sew Gallus

5.0 (122)
female Women-owned

Based in the West of Edinburgh in the recently redeveloped Riverside House by Wasps Studios. *Sew Gallus* is a combination of my two favourite words, 'Sewing' of which I have 20 years experience and 'Gallus' an excellent Scots word that often describes someone that is bold, fierce or daring. Something I was called as a child and was often discouraged from being.
I’m Cerri McKenzie, I've been teaching throughout Edinburgh for nearly 5 years now, in many roles from beginners to garment making and upcycling. I've discovered a real passion for helping people on their sewing journeys and now I'm excited to be starting my own workshops.
Outwith the teaching circle I have worked doing costume/work in Tv, Film and theatre after studying Fashion technology in Glasgow in my early 20's, but my first sewing job was actually in Alterations in a Tailors shop. All of this experience I think helps to give me an edge and helps me to think on my feet helping people through their sewing journey.
Don't forget to 'Trust the Process'!

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